Salaries in Modesto, CA metro area
Typical pay for 398 jobs in the Modesto, CA metro area. The median for all workers is $50,610 a year ($24.33 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$50,610
Median hourly
$24.33
Workers
195,230
vs U.S. median
-1%
Highest paying jobs in Modesto, CA
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $323,580 | 310 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $260,020 | 100 |
| Chief Executive | $200,900 | 230 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | 380 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | $172,530 | 30 |
| Dentists, General | $167,050 | 160 |
| Physician Assistant | $165,730 | 210 |
| Lawyer | $164,010 | 370 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $163,680 | 90 |
| Veterinarian | $162,160 | 120 |
| Marketing Manager | $160,520 | 160 |
| Pharmacist | $160,520 | 380 |
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $160,240 | 460 |
| Financial Manager | $160,180 | 600 |
| Natural Sciences Manager | $160,070 | 50 |
Most common jobs in Modesto, CA
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 9,160 | $34,320 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 6,700 | $42,630 |
| Retail Salesperson | 5,140 | $37,430 |
| Cashier | 4,890 | $36,490 |
| Registered Nurse | 4,850 | $132,590 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 4,810 | $46,630 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | 4,120 | $37,850 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 4,080 | $41,320 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 3,510 | $58,330 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 3,470 | $47,990 |
| Office Clerks, General | 3,280 | $46,570 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,790 | $104,330 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 2,670 | $41,230 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 2,450 | $101,640 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | 2,350 | $55,810 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in California.
All 398 jobs by category
Management Occupations (27)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (23)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (12)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (14)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (15)Community and Social Service Occupations (15)Legal Occupations (3)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (23)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (8)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (36)Healthcare Support Occupations (14)Protective Service Occupations (11)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (15)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (8)Personal Care and Service Occupations (16)Sales and Related Occupations (14)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (36)Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (6)Construction and Extraction Occupations (22)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (22)Production Occupations (40)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (18)
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Network Architect | $120,870 | $58.11 | 70 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $75,970 | $36.52 | 40 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $101,720 | $48.90 | 290 |
| Computer Programmer | $103,250 | $49.64 | 50 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,760 | $47.96 | 140 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $66,390 | $31.92 | 360 |
| Data Scientist | $104,990 | $50.47 | 80 |
| Database Administrator | $97,850 | $47.05 | 40 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $99,000 | $47.60 | 160 |
| Operations Research Analyst | $80,240 | $38.58 | 80 |
| Software Developer | $119,770 | $57.58 | 300 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $87,650 | $42.14 | 40 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $124,810 | $60.00 | 30 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $65,230 | $31.36 | 110 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $95,630 | $45.98 | 40 |
| Civil Engineer | $101,000 | $48.56 | 320 |
| Drafters, All Other | $68,850 | $33.10 | 30 |
| Electrical Engineer | $109,970 | $52.87 | 50 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $107,960 | $51.90 | 40 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $63,750 | $30.65 | 40 |
| Engineers, All Other | $111,840 | $53.77 | 60 |
| Industrial Engineer | $98,560 | $47.38 | 150 |
| Mechanical Drafter | $66,060 | $31.76 | 40 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $104,990 | $50.48 | 120 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $64,890 | $31.20 | 50 |
| Surveyor | $99,270 | $47.73 | 60 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Technician | $49,730 | $23.91 | 100 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $97,120 | $46.69 | 60 |
| Chemical Technician | $56,250 | $27.05 | 120 |
| Chemist | $83,120 | $39.96 | 90 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $123,030 | $59.15 | 70 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $69,900 | $33.61 | 90 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $103,840 | $49.92 | 40 |
| Food Science Technician | $56,220 | $27.03 | 180 |
| Food Scientists and Technologists | $80,960 | $38.92 | 80 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $143,760 | $69.11 | 160 |
| Microbiologist | $59,470 | $28.59 | 80 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $94,910 | $45.63 | 180 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $69,100 | $33.22 | 50 |
| School Psychologist | $128,750 | $61.90 | 100 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $81,570 | $39.22 | 30 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $60,900 | $29.28 | 1,160 |
| Clergy | $65,360 | $31.42 | 90 |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $60,950 | $29.31 | 150 |
| Community Health Worker | $60,800 | $29.23 | 70 |
| Counselors, All Other | $47,360 | $22.77 | 70 |
| Directors, Religious Activities and Education | $47,110 | $22.65 | 40 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $94,370 | $45.37 | 430 |
| Health Education Specialist | $61,670 | $29.65 | 160 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $95,250 | $45.79 | 220 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $69,680 | $33.50 | 240 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $78,880 | $37.92 | 170 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $44,270 | $21.29 | 80 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $55,330 | $26.60 | 710 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $102,180 | $49.13 | 30 |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $62,700 | $30.14 | 1,390 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $164,010 | $78.85 | 370 |
| Legal Support Workers, All Other | $74,670 | $35.90 | 80 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $58,820 | $28.28 | 420 |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio and Video Technicians | $49,600 | $23.85 | 40 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $47,520 | — | 260 |
| Floral Designer | $43,720 | $21.02 | 40 |
| Graphic Designer | $69,110 | $33.23 | 140 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $60,530 | $29.10 | 40 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $46,950 | $22.57 | 110 |
| Photographer | $44,240 | $21.27 | 50 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $76,610 | $36.83 | 140 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $50,170 | $24.12 | 890 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $55,430 | $26.65 | 220 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $34,320 | $16.50 | 9,160 |
| Massage Therapist | $45,360 | $21.81 | 60 |
| Medical Assistant | $49,990 | $24.04 | 1,870 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $48,490 | $23.31 | 50 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,550 | $22.38 | 1,500 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $96,210 | $46.25 | 30 |
| Orderly | $49,890 | $23.99 | 80 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $36,730 | $17.66 | 140 |
| Phlebotomist | $51,960 | $24.98 | 190 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $36,640 | $17.62 | 80 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $83,450 | $40.12 | 150 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $45,560 | $21.90 | 230 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $38,540 | $18.53 | 150 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $104,000 | $50.00 | 90 |
| Firefighter | $77,370 | $37.20 | 230 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $106,930 | $51.41 | 100 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $136,920 | $65.83 | 130 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | $48,170 | $23.16 | 40 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $36,960 | $17.77 | 100 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $98,230 | $47.23 | 960 |
| Private Detectives and Investigators | $58,460 | $28.11 | 30 |
| Protective Service Workers, All Other | $44,990 | $21.63 | 410 |
| Security Guard | $38,990 | $18.74 | 930 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $35,100 | $16.88 | 600 |
| Chefs and Head Cooks | $61,330 | $29.48 | 170 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $42,510 | $20.44 | 1,620 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $45,480 | $21.86 | 330 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $41,910 | $20.15 | 1,300 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $38,260 | $18.40 | 370 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $34,870 | $16.77 | 680 |
| Dishwasher | $36,810 | $17.70 | 600 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $42,630 | $20.50 | 6,700 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $46,190 | $22.21 | 1,670 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $35,760 | $17.19 | 190 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $38,450 | $18.49 | 1,170 |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $38,010 | $18.28 | 360 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $35,030 | $16.84 | 420 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $34,910 | $16.79 | 2,140 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $63,030 | $30.30 | 160 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $63,070 | $30.32 | 100 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $41,230 | $19.82 | 2,670 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $45,740 | $21.99 | 1,080 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $38,400 | $18.46 | 750 |
| Pest Control Worker | $47,480 | $22.83 | 160 |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation | $40,560 | $19.50 | 50 |
| Tree Trimmers and Pruners | $61,270 | $29.46 | 140 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $35,440 | $17.04 | 330 |
| Animal Caretaker | $38,320 | $18.42 | 280 |
| Childcare Worker | $41,920 | $20.16 | 660 |
| Concierge | $38,220 | $18.37 | 40 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $48,160 | $23.15 | 270 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $45,760 | $22.00 | 120 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $57,220 | $27.51 | 120 |
| Funeral Attendant | $38,130 | $18.33 | 50 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $36,960 | $17.77 | 320 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $34,890 | $16.78 | 390 |
| Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers | $48,650 | $23.39 | 40 |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other | $35,960 | $17.29 | 40 |
| Recreation Worker | $37,230 | $17.90 | 1,000 |
| Residential Advisor | $46,590 | $22.40 | 50 |
| Skincare Specialist | $37,200 | $17.89 | 90 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $36,680 | $17.63 | 100 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cashier | $36,490 | $17.54 | 4,890 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $44,600 | $21.44 | 750 |
| Demonstrators and Product Promoters | $37,640 | $18.10 | 130 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $68,150 | $32.76 | 250 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $51,770 | $24.89 | 1,590 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $73,270 | $35.23 | 310 |
| Parts Salesperson | $44,730 | $21.51 | 510 |
| Real Estate Sales Agent | $60,620 | $29.14 | 140 |
| Retail Salesperson | $37,430 | $18.00 | 5,140 |
| Sales and Related Workers, All Other | $53,870 | $25.90 | 260 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $60,930 | $29.29 | 840 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $78,420 | $37.70 | 1,250 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $73,160 | $35.18 | 80 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $62,970 | $30.27 | 400 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Equipment Operator | $38,320 | $18.42 | 320 |
| Agricultural Inspector | $78,310 | $37.65 | 30 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $37,850 | $18.20 | 4,120 |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals | $36,980 | $17.78 | 90 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $61,660 | $29.65 | 250 |
| Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products | $37,000 | $17.79 | 220 |
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $40,260 | $19.35 | 160 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $62,870 | $30.23 | 190 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $37,480 | $18.02 | 1,010 |
| Commercial Pilot | $140,920 | — | 50 |
| Conveyor Operators and Tenders | $43,230 | $20.78 | 40 |
| Driver/Sales Worker | $41,820 | $20.10 | 530 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $66,800 | $32.12 | 800 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $58,330 | $28.05 | 3,510 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $55,810 | $26.83 | 2,350 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $46,630 | $22.42 | 4,810 |
| Light Truck Driver | $43,800 | $21.06 | 1,010 |
| Machine Feeders and Offbearers | $39,950 | $19.21 | 110 |
| Material Moving Workers, All Other | $38,050 | $18.29 | 110 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $40,680 | $19.56 | 1,620 |
| Parking Attendant | $35,180 | $16.91 | 30 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $60,110 | $28.90 | 230 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $48,770 | $23.45 | 310 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $41,320 | $19.86 | 4,080 |